Michigan Bear Hunters Conservation Association
- Assets
- $1.3m
- Revenue
- $121.7k
- Investments
- $495.1k
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Gaylord, MI
- Founding
- 05/1997
- Data as of
- 12/2022
- EIN
- 38-3281322
Organization Overview
Michigan Bear Hunters Conservation Association is located in Gaylord, MI. The organization was established in 1997. According to its NTEE Classification (D03) the organization is classified as: Professional Societies & Associations, under the broad grouping of Animal-Related and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Michigan Bear Hunters Conservation Association is a 501(c)(4) and as such, is described as a "Civic League, Social Welfare Organization, and Local Association of Employees" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2022, Michigan Bear Hunters Conservation Association generated $121.7k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 8 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 3.0% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $100.7k during the year ending 12/2022. While expenses have increased by 9.7% per year over the past 8 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO ADVOCATE THE CONSERVATION OF THE BLACK BEAR AND THE SPORT OF BLACK BEAR HUNTING AS WELL AS OTHER LARGE GAME SPECIES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
HELD A CONVENTION FOR MEMBERS AND GENERAL PUBLIC WHICH PROVIDED EDUCATION REGARDING CONSERVATION OF THE BLACK BEAR AND THE SPORT OF BLACK BEAR HUNTING. OVER 300 PEOPLE ATTENDED THE ALL DAY CONFERENCE.
PROVIDE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO NON-GOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS TO PROTECT WILDLIFE, ESPECIALLY THE BLACK BEAR.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Keith Shafer President | Officer | 2 | $0 |
Charles Butcher Treasurer | Officer | 2 | $0 |
Elijah Keller Vice President | Officer | 2 | $0 |
Brian Druckenmiller Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Delynne Schneider Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Jim Davis Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $0 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $0 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $17,575 |
| Investment income | $17,324 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $84,997 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $1,862 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $121,662 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $60,176 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $0 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $3,300 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $3,969 |
| Office expenses | $384 |
| Information technology | $1,054 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $17,272 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $1,244 |
| All other expenses | $842 |
| Total functional expenses | $100,689 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $5,592 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $708,158 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $43,482 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $4,141 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $495,106 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $1,256,479 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $26,000 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $23 |
| Total liabilities | $26,023 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $0 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $1,230,456 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $1,256,479 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Michigan Bear Hunters Conservation Association has awarded $35,500 in support to 3 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
MSDA PURPOSE: SUPPORT BEAR HUNTING | $16,000 |
COLE ADMINISTRATIVE FUND PURPOSE: SUPPORT BEAR HUNTING | $12,000 |
MICHIGAN FAMILIES UNITED PURPOSE: SUPPORT BEAR HUNTING | $7,500 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
United States Trotting Association Westerville, OH | $13,007,257 | $9,527,709 |
Ohio Veterinary Medical Association Powell, OH | $4,603,639 | $1,138,809 |
Wisconsin State Horse Council Incorporated Columbus, WI | $2,198,959 | $1,909,508 |
Wisconsin Veterinary Medical Association Madison, WI | $1,657,355 | $809,167 |
North American Deer Farmers Association Inc Canton, OH | $271,378 | $460,385 |
Bernese Mountain Dog Club Of America Anderson, IN | $412,958 | $376,060 |
Livingston County Wildlife And Conservation Club Whitmore Lake, MI | $232,483 | $203,498 |
American Association Of Small Ruminant Practitioners Ashland, OH | $408,101 | $0 |
Michigan Bear Hunters Conservation Association Gaylord, MI | $1,256,479 | $121,662 |
Wolverine Dog Training Club Farmington Hills, MI | $71,010 | $96,027 |
Association Of Crane & Rigging Professionals Wixom, MI | $33,667 | $0 |
Zoological Society Of Kewaunee County Inc Kewaunee, WI | $257,557 | $0 |